Pacers David West drives on Utah Jazz F Alec Burks in the first half of their game Sunday, March 2, 2014, evening at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.

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Maybe the Indiana Pacers set the standard a little too high when they started the season 16-1. Even on their current five-game winning streak, they've been criticized for playing down to the level of less-talented opponents.

Coach Frank Vogel isn't buying it.

"I actually feel like we're playing pretty well as I watch the tape," Vogel said. "Despite their records, I really think some of these teams are playing above themselves. Throwing in a lot of shots they don't normally make against good defense. I think you just see that at certain points of the season." ...